Band

From symphony orchestras to the Canadian Brass, this may be the most recorded title in history. Now you can program this very playable version, written especially to teach students important musical concepts.

Combining the familiar Canon in D with a multitude of popular Christmas carols, this clever and unique arrangement for beginning bands will be the talk of the concert. See how many tunes you can identify.

Hymns by Giovanni de Palestrina pre-date those of Bach by over a century and incorporate the great polyphonic tradition of Renaissance writing. The compositions used in this suite are from a collection published in 1589 titled Hymns of the Entire Year, and incorporate antiphonal choral effects that lend themselves particularly well to instrumental settings. John Moss uses richly contrasting tone colors and textures as well as characteristic modal tonalities in this wonderful setting for band. Dur: 3:30 (Includes Full Performance CD)

Bristling and dramatic effects, folk-like melodies, and cutting edge contemporary harmonies characterize Michael Sweeney's new opus for concert band. This movement covers a lot of musical ground and will keep your players interested and motivated with its musical excitement. Another winner from Michael Sweeney!

Here's an easy march that everyone will recognize and enjoy playing. Skillfully arranged for beginning groups, Paul's arrangement features easy rhythms and interesting percussion parts. (Includes CD.)

This enjoyable Christmas favorite is certain to promote the holiday spirit in audiences of all ages. Includes an optional muted trumpet solo.

Utilizing the familiar melody of The Twelve Days of Christmas, but in an elegant waltz setting, here is a wonderful and fresh-sounding holiday treat. Skillfully orchestrated to include every section of the band, this is a gem for young players that you'll enjoy playing year after year.

Not that we encourage any type of party activity on school time, this medley of rock hits will certainly put your audience in a party mood at your next concert! Includes: Louie Louie, Wooly Bully and Born to Be Wild.

Made famous by Brazil '66 and often used in movies and television, this familiar tune is sure to be a highlight of any Latin show. This driving arrangement includes a feature section for percussion as well as solid full band writing.

The term passage can variously describe a passageway of travel, a musical phrase, or perhaps the soul's moving on from this world to the next. In this work for band, dark and rich sonorities are contrasted with a lilting, Celtic-flavored melody as it alternates with striking passages from the brass. Later, an alto sax soloist adds a haunting quality to the mood followed by a return of the ethnic drumming heard earlier. This unique and rewarding composition is beautifully paced and skillfully orchestrated using every section of the band. Dur: 7:00 (Grade 4)